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FRA → LEJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Frankfurt skyline during departure, followed by the scenic ridges of the Thuringian Forest and a closer look at historical cities like Erfurt and Leipzig.
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Frankfurt Skyline
Unmatched views of Germany's 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the Main River immediately after takeoff.
Rhön Mountains
Aerial perspective of the 'Land of Open Distances' and the Wasserkuppe, the birthplace of gliding.
Thuringian Forest
A dense, dark green ribbon of forest featuring the famous Rennsteig hiking ridge running across central Germany.
Erfurt & Weimar
Spot the Gothic spires of Erfurt Cathedral and the cultural hub of Weimar as you cross into Thuringia.
Leipzig Center
Excellent views of the Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Monument to the Battle of the Nations) and the city center during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for city lovers. Watch for the dramatic bank over Frankfurt if departing on Runway 07. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the Thuringian landscapes. Since this is a very short flight (approx. 45-50 minutes), keep your camera ready from the moment of takeoff as the transition between landmarks happens quickly.
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Taunus Mountains
Visible shortly after takeoff from Frankfurt, these wooded peaks mark the northern border of the Rhine-Main region.
Vogelsberg
The largest contiguous basalt massif in Europe, presenting a rolling landscape of extinct volcanic origin.
Harz Mountains
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Brocken, the highest peak in Northern Germany, can be seen to the north.
Halle (Saale)
As the flight descends, the historic salt-producing city of Halle and the winding Saale River appear beneath the wing.
Sit on the left if you prefer looking towards the northern plains and the Harz Mountains. During a westward departure from FRA (Runway 25), the left side provides a wide view of the Rhine valley before the plane turns northeast. For the best lighting, morning flights are preferred as the sun will be behind you.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 301 km (187 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Route Type: Domestic
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